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Austin Healey Sprite

Red · Petrol · 1961 · 948 cc

WSL 489MOT history

WSL 489 is a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 3 May 1961. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 18,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
18,469 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
87 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WSL 489
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Healey Sprite
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
3 May 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

WSL 489 was last recorded at 18,469 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,466 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
87 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 18,469 miles
  • 2013 – 17,536 miles
  • 2012 – 17,474 miles
  • 2011 – 17,421 miles
  • 2010 – 17,399 miles
  • 2009 – 17,389 miles
  • 2008 – 17,153 miles
  • 2007 – 17,152 miles
  • 2006 – 17,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,469 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,469 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    18,469 miles
    Test number
    395994522004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail18,466 miles (+930)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,466 miles
    Test number
    213166539451
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass17,536 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    17,536 miles
    Test number
    737041883234
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight ark marks on screen
    • NoteTyres are perished

  4. Fail17,536 miles (+62)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,536 miles
    Test number
    307685973420
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering wheel weakened by cracks (2.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight ark marks on screen
    • NoteTyres are perished

  5. Pass17,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,474 miles
    Test number
    457013322241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail17,471 miles (+50)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,471 miles
    Test number
    205523522255
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  7. Pass17,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,421 miles
    Test number
    326496091138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail17,421 miles (+22)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,421 miles
    Test number
    785324591138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  9. Pass17,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    17,399 miles
    Test number
    934925300221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail17,399 miles (+10)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,399 miles
    Test number
    231025590117
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass17,389 miles (+236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,389 miles
    Test number
    310871739407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  12. Pass17,153 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    17,153 miles
    Test number
    324332228483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,152 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,152 miles
    Test number
    222769407210
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass17,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,138 miles
    Test number
    143699606273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail17,138 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,138 miles
    Test number
    981315306240
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about WSL 489

What vehicle is registration WSL 489 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WSL 489 on a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 3 May 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WSL 489 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on WSL 489 expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on WSL 489?
The MOT on WSL 489 expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has WSL 489 done?
WSL 489 was recorded at 18,469 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 87 miles a year.
Has WSL 489 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WSL 489 has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on WSL 489 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on WSL 489 find?
WSL 489 passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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